2009 Hyundai Genesis vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (375 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2009 Hyundai Genesis has automatic transmission and 1959 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1959 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Genesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Genesis | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Genesis | Appia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4627 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2520 mm |
